Tony Kanaan
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- December 31, 1974 in Salvador, Bahia, Brazil
- Active Years
- 1993–2025 (33 Years)
- Total Credits
- 11 credits in database
Biography
Antoine Rizkallah Kanaan Filho, known as Tony Kanaan, is a retired Brazilian racing driver and actor. Born on December 31, 1974, in Salvador, Bahia, Brazil, Kanaan is known for his work in the film Driven. As a boy in Brazil, he was a racing fan and participated in karting before pursuing his education. Following his father's death when Kanaan was a teenager, his uncle stole money from the family business. In his racing career, Kanaan competed in Championship Auto Racing Teams from 1998 to 2002, won the 2004 IndyCar Series Championship, and won the Indianapolis 500 in 2013. He serves as the team principal of Arrow McLaren.
Career overview
Antoine Rizkallah Kanaan Filho, widely known as Tony Kanaan, was born on December 31, 1974, in Salvador, Bahia, Brazil. As a boy in Brazil, he was a racing fan and participated in some karting, though he did not initially consider it a full-time job because he was attending to his education. Following his father's death when Tony was a teenager, his uncle stole money from the family business.
Kanaan developed a notable career in the racing world, competing in Championship Auto Racing Teams from 1998 to 2002 and later in the IndyCar Series, ultimately becoming a retired racing driver and team principal of Arrow McLaren. Alongside his extensive career in professional racing, Kanaan has also been credited as an actor. His acting credits include work in the film Driven.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
11 titles- IndyCar: Anything to Win (2025) as Self
- BornStars (2025)
- The Lionheart (2023) as Self
- Unleashing the Dragon (2023) as Self
- Rapid Response (2019) as Self
- Born Racer (2018) as Himself
- Senna: The Test (2017) as Self
- Yellow Yellow Yellow: The Indycar Safety Team (2017) as Self
- The Celebrity Apprentice (2004)
- Driven (2001) as Race Car Driver
- Late Show with David Letterman (1993) as Self - Guest
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Tony Kanaan best known for?
Tony Kanaan is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The Celebrity Apprentice (2004), Driven (2001), Late Show with David Letterman (1993).
When and where was Tony Kanaan born?
Tony Kanaan was born on December 31, 1974 in Salvador, Bahia, Brazil.
How many credits does Tony Kanaan have?
Tony Kanaan has accumulated over 11 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1993 to 2025.
What is Tony Kanaan's background in cinema and television?
Antoine Rizkallah Kanaan Filho, known as Tony Kanaan, is a retired Brazilian racing driver and actor. Born on December 31, 1974, in Salvador, Bahia, Brazil, Kanaan is known for his work in the film Driven. As a boy in Brazil, he was a racing fan and participated in karting before pursuing his education. Following his f...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Late Show with David Letterman (1993) as Self - Guest — aged about 18
- Driven (2001) as Race Car Driver — aged about 26
- The Celebrity Apprentice (2004) — aged about 29
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